{"product_id":"wombat-the-reluctant-hero-hardcover","title":"Wombat, the Reluctant Hero - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChristian Trimmer\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRachel Gyan\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA heartwarming and playful adventure that will inspire young readers to be a good neighbor and friend, based on the brave actions of the Australian wombat.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWombat liked her things just so. Everything had its place, and nothing was out of order.\u003cbr\u003eShe couldn't say the same about her neighbors. But that was their business, and Wombat didn't concern herself with others' business.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e When a very hot, dry summer causes dangerous fires in their neighborhood, a group of animals are desperate to find water and shelter. It will take the quiet heroism of a neighbor to provide resources and a cozy, cool, and safe burrow--a reluctant wombat who demonstrates the inspiring power of community. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eWombat, the Reluctant Hero \u003c\/i\u003eis inspired by the heroic and very real actions of the wombat, an animal that has helped other creatures survive droughts and wildfires in its native Australia. Author Christian Trimmer and illustrator Rachel Gyan celebrate this amazing mammal, who definitely has a thing or two to teach us about being a good neighbor.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChristian Trimmer\u003c\/b\u003e is a children's book writer and editor. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eSimon's New Bed\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTeddy's Favorite Toy\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSnow Pony and the Seven Miniature Ponies\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eWhat Are You?\u003c\/i\u003e. He lives with his husband in Hillsdale, New York. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eRachel Gyan\u003c\/b\u003e is a multidisciplinary illustrator based in the Western suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. She is passionate about artful storytelling and known for her Australian fauna and flora illustrations filled with heart-warming characters and whimsical narrative brought to life through texture and vibrant color palettes. Growing up in rural Victoria, Rachel's love for Australian wildlife and animal welfare was apparent from childhood. From the time she could hold a pencil she has been studying and drawing inspiration from animals and their environment to capture their beautiful and sometimes quirky nature in her work.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.47 x 11.1 x 9.21 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 21, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51766120775968,"sku":"9781250788573","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/f3a0475ce1a9f4cf990f4fc5ce75a4aa.webp?v=1780286027","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/wombat-the-reluctant-hero-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}